Smart Master Plan and 3D GIS Planning Support system—A Case of Chennai City, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

AbstractAs 3D modeling tools and methodologies become more widespread, urban planners are beginning to think three dimensionally to address the ever-growing urban concerns, particularly in dealing with the built environment. In this chapter, the viability and necessity of using 3D GIS as a planning support system for smart master plan are examined. The interactive, dynamic, and information-rich 3D model used in this research provides an innovative method for sharing urban planning data with both urban planners and the general public. This study's methodological approach shows how 3D models can be employed as a smart master plan tool in regular urban planning activities. Every city has its planning procedure, and industry standards must be followed when integrating 3D models and 3D volumetric evaluation methodologies. More research into customization in the integration of 3D models is needed, from data collecting tactics through analysis and display. The research described in this chapter has aided in the expansion of 3D city model applications in urban planning toward a smart master plan approach. Although 3D city models improve analytical powers, adopting them into daily planning procedures necessitates more study in terms of greater analytical capabilities and adaptability. For the assessment and monitoring of growth and development, 3D technologies are an unavoidable prerequisite. Tools that are easy to use and free to download, as well as those that integrate spatial and non-spatial data more extensively. By combining 3D volumetric studies into day-to-day operations and planning processes to understand the threshold limits for growth and development, urban planners, city administrators, and lawmakers will be able to plan more efficiently.Keywords3D GIS3D city modelsUrban planningDecision support tool